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Cultural 22 Dec 2015

Cycleway murals celebrate natural heritage

New and upgraded underpasses on the Northwestern Cycleway feature art inspired by the natural heritage and resources of the area.

Transport 22 Dec 2015

Step forward for East West Connections

The NZ Transport Agency and Auckland Transport have taken another step towards construction of the East West Connections project, confirming that the preferred option will go ahead to the next stage.

Environment 21 Dec 2015

Zoo tales: Release the skinks!

This week on Zoo Tales, Auckland Zoo travels to Rotoroa Island to release 80 shore skinks.

Community 21 Dec 2015

Council to partner with Selwyn Foundation on community housing

Auckland Council on December 21 announced The Selwyn Foundation as the new community housing partner for its portfolio of homes for older Aucklanders.

Development 21 Dec 2015

Empty nesters head for the high-life

Auckland’s inner city, famous for accommodating overseas students, is attracting a new demographic grouping as empty-nesters join young professionals, forsaking the leafy suburbs for quality, well-designed apartments or terraced homes.

Development 18 Dec 2015

A plan for Auckland’s growth

Auckland’s population is expected to reach at least 2.5 million people in 30 years, placing huge pressure on our existing housing, transport and other infrastructure.

Exhibition 18 Dec 2015

ATEED: Correction to media report

A recent media report has included inaccurate references to Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED)’s budget.

Plans / Projects 18 Dec 2015

Report finds councils’ finances in good shape

A recent report shows the country's councils are in good financial shape.

Arts 18 Dec 2015

Toi Whītiki celebrates Auckland’s unique cultural identity

Toi Whītiki, Auckland Council's new arts plan, weaves the city's creative strands together.

Plans / Projects 17 Dec 2015

Pay review for council chief executive

Auckland Council’s governing body has determined a new remuneration package of $690,000 for Chief Executive (CE) Stephen Town.

Plans / Projects 16 Dec 2015

NewCore project in check, says council

Auckland Council’s key information services transformation project NewCore remains on time, on budget and, crucially, is being managed in a responsible and effective way.

Development 16 Dec 2015

Point Chevalier's incredible Zero Energy house

The Auckland Design Manual is the council’s best practice design guide full of tips, inspiration and information for people who are designing, building or developing in Auckland.